Family history – a journey into your past

Family history is like a journey to discover your own roots in the past that your ancestors knew. This journey, like any other can be fun and fascinating, but it can also prove to be frustrating. As with any journey to an unfamiliar place, a little planning beforehand can make all the difference between success and failure.

It has been said that the past is a foreign country. For those who are separated from Wales by many miles as well as the distance of time, the difficulties can be amplified. This site is intended to present accurate and reliable information about genealogy in Gwynedd so that planning your own family history journey will be much simpler.

Our aim is to help you to discover your Welsh roots in Gwynedd at your own pace and in your own way. This site will contain

• Simple guide to researching your Welsh ancestry
• Links to authoritative and useful sites on Welsh History and genealogy
• Advice on travelling to Gwynedd
• Advice on how to find accommodation
• How to make the most of your time in Gwynedd